Trump Suggests No Laws Are Broken if He’s ‘Saving His Country’
President Trump shared a quotation on social media, making it clear it was one he wanted people to absorb: “He who saves his Country does not violate any Law.”
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Trump suggests no laws violated if he ‘saves’ country
President Trump said over the weekend his work to "save" the country gives him legal leeway. “He who saves his Country does not violate any Law,” Trump posted Saturday to Truth Social and X. The ...The Hill - 2d -
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Couple believe law was broken in abortion sign-off
NHS bosses have admitted failing Carly Wesson, Carl Everson and their daughter Ladybird.BBC News - 3d -
Trump opponents use Presidents Day to protest his policies across the country
Opponents of President Trump are using the Presidents Day holiday to protest his policies, with demonstrations taking place in cities across the country. Protesters rallied on Feb. 17 to declare ...The Hill - 2d -
Trump post has critics saying he's declaring himself above the law
In a post Saturday on X and TruthSocial, President Donald Trump suggested he is above the law if he "saves his country."ABC News - 3d -
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Ukrainian President Zelenskyy says after Trump-Putin call that his country cannot accept 'any agreements without us'
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Trump says he doesn't view Vance as his successor
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Trump says he will speak to Hegseth about his comments on Ukraine
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